Hurlbutite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90
3.0-3.3
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Cleavage
None
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
MnCO3
Hurlbutite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hurlbutite and Rhodochrosite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Hurlbutite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
Hurlbutite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.